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Chicago, IL 60634
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Experience: 10 yrs
With over 15 years of childcare experience and 5+ years specializing in the critical 0-36 month developmental window, I provide expert, research-based care for infants and toddlers. As a former Lead Teacher's Assistant in an infant-specific classroom, I bring a structured, educational approach to private home environments. My care philosophy is rooted in the Montessori method, prioritizing sensory stimulation, independence, and age-appropriate milestones. I don't just "watch" children; I curate environments that engage all five senses to support neural and motor development. Currently pursuing my Child Development Associate (CDA) credential and fully CPR/AED certified, I am committed to the highest standards of safety and professional growth. I thrive in dynamic environments and am dedicated to raising the next generation with empathy, inclusivity, and emotional intelligence.
Ms. Ivanna is everything you want in a care provider: warm, loving, thoughtful, patient, innovative, knowledgeable, and intuitive about what the child and family needs. Ms. Ivanna kept up to date with milestone timelines, developed activities to engage my twins in, encouraged both their gross and fine motor skills, proactively put the twins on their new daycare schedule a month ahead of time, and spent as much time outside possible. We are putting the twins in Montessori school and that is the only reason we're saying so long (but not ever goodbye!) to our dearest Ms. Ivanna. I didn't realize when we first spoke that I was connecting with a real life Mary Poppins who was accepting of our family, ready with ideas if I asked for them, and someone who became part of our family rhythm in the most organic way. From an administrative perspective, Ms. Ivanna clearly communicates their availability, any time there's a schedule change (when a train interrupted the commute, I was updated immediately) and cleans the twins dishes and picks up any toy areas. I highly recommend Ms. Ivanna and am ready to provide additional information at any time. If I ever had more children, Ms. Ivanna would be the first person I'd call for help.
10/15/2025
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Rates
Recurring jobs
$29/hr
One time jobs
1 child
$29/hr
2 children
$29/hr
Can help with
Child care
Groceries/errands
Help with pets
Light cleaning
Meal prep
Travel
Education
High school degree
Languages
English
Professional skills
CPR / First Aid trained
Child development associate
Early child development knowledge
Additional details
Comfortable with pets
Non-smoker
8:00 AM–5:00 PM
8:00 AM–5:00 PM
8:00 AM–5:00 PM
8:00 AM–5:00 PM
8:00 AM–5:00 PM
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